Monthly Archives: September 2026

Freddie Gruber – Teaching Saved My Life

Posted on September 4, 2026 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This excerpt is from audiocassette Side B of my Modern Drummer Freddie Gruber interview. Gruber was a respected drum teacher whose students include Neil Peart, Steve Smith, Dave Weckl, and Vinnie Colaiuta. Gruber, a product of post-World War … Continue reading →

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Freddie Gruber’s Influences

Posted on September 2, 2026 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Respected drum teacher Freddie Gruber’s drum students include Neil Peart, Steve Smith, Dave Weckl, and Vinnie Colaiuta. Gruber, a product of post-World War 2 NYC, is known by his peers of that era as a visionary jazz drummer. … Continue reading →

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